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R730 JPF

1998 Lotus Esprit

Black Petrol 1974cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,378 mi
Last recorded59,378 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Lotus Esprit48,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR730 JPF
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,974cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2026 59,378 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 57,912 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 55,957 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 55,094 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 54,729 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 54,188 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 53,823 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 53,459 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 518,343 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 49,774 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 47,961 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 46,652 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?

Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
515
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
2,324
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 624
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 464
brake binding 455
parking brake recording little or no effort 332
Headlamp aim too low 326
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R730 JPF is a 1998 Lotus Esprit in Black with a 1,974cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 48,579 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Esprit fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 624 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R730 JPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Esprit typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 28 years old, this Lotus Esprit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R730 JPF registered?

R730 JPF is a 1998 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 3 March 1998.

Is R730 JPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R730 JPF shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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